James’s anger burned like a furnace, and he could no longer contain his rage. As the two burly security guards moved menacingly toward Nathan, James’s muscles tensed. He stepped in front of Nathan, blocking the guards’ path with a determined glare.One of the guards, a towering figure with a scar running down his cheek, sneered at James. “Get out of the way, or you’ll regret it,” he growled, his voice like a deep rumble.James’s eyes blazed with fury. “If you dare let a finger on my master, you will never use those hands again,” James barked fearlessly, each word dripping with defiance.The second guard, slightly shorter but equally menacing, reached for James, his hand outstretched as if to shove him aside.In a flash, James’s fist shot out, landing a solid punch to the guard’s stomach. The guard staggered back, clutching his abdomen and gasping for breath.The first guard, momentarily taken aback by the swift attack, growled and lunged at James. .But James was quicker. He sidest

Bianca, sensing the urgency in Nathan's voice, immediately said, “Understood, Lord Cloud.""I’ll get right to it immediately.”Nathan hung up, his gaze returning to Nicholas, who was almost trembling. “You still have time to kneel at feet and beg for mercy till my personal assistant calls back.”Nicholas glared back, his anger mingled with fear. “Sparee the nonsense, Please!""So, you think you can intimidate me with your little display? It’s not going to work. I’ll never kneel before you!""Not in this life or the next!""I have already called the police, and so I will expose you for what you really are.”Nathan’s expression hardened. “Your arrogance is quite amusing, Nicholas.""I promise you that the same police you just called will drag you out of here shamelessly.”Mr. Alister, who had been watching the exchange with a mixture of pity and apprehension, stepped forward. “Nicholas, I beg you, you need to listen.""Kneel and apologize now, Lord Cloud might forgive you"Nicholas’s fa

The crowd, once filled with eager anticipation, now watched in a mix of pity and fascination. The media captured every moment, broadcasting Nicholas’s downfall to a global audience. The murmurs of disbelief and scandal swept through throughout the internet like a wave.Nathan looked down at Nicholas with his icy gaze. “You had your chances, Nicholas. "But you chose to live a life of arrogance and deceit.""Now you must face the consequences.”Nicholas’s eyes filled with tears as he continued to beg. “Nathan, please! I can make things right. I can fix this. Just give me one more chance. I-I’ll do whatever you want, I swear. You don’t have to do this!”His voice was a raw, desperate cry, but Nathan’s resolve was unwavering. The officers stood by, with their hardened expression as they were prepared to carry out their duty without hesitation.Mr. Alister only stood by and watched with a heavy heart. The echoes of Nicholas's cities were worse than Liam and Claire’s desperate pleas the

The officer shook his head apologetically. “I’m afraid not.""With the boutique being part of the investigation, we can’t allow any access to its contents.""It’s standard procedure to ensure that everything remains secure and inaccessible.”Nathan’s disappointment was palpable, but his determination was clear. “I appreciate your position, but this suit is crucial to me. Is there no way for me to get special permission?”The officer’s expression hardened slightly as he reiterated his position. “I’m afraid the rules are the rules. I understand your frustration, but we cannot make exceptions, especially not with the current circumstances.”Nathan sighed, realizing he might need to take a different approach. He reached into his pocket and pulled out his phone. With a steady hand, he dialed a number, his expression a mixture of resolve and urgency. As the call connected, Nathan spoke directly and confidently.“Hello, Commissioner? This is Nathan. I need your assistance with something.”

“You’re asking me to risk my own reputation to save yours,” Nathan said, his voice low and steady. “Do you understand what you're asking?”Alister nodded frantically, his eyes wide. “Yes, yes, I understand. But I would never ask you to do this if it weren’t the truth. I’m not like Nicholas.""I’m not a criminal. I’m just a man who made a bad business decision, a man who got caught up in something far beyond his control. Please, have mercy on me, Lord Cloud.”Nathan was silent again as his gaze pierced Mr. Alister. He could see the truth in Alister’s.He was genuinely afraid, and he looked innocent. But there was more at stake here than just Alister’s fate.Nathan had to consider his own position to consider, his own power and influence to protect.“What makes you think I’d be willing to put my reputation on the line for you?” Nathan asked finally, his voice as sharp as a blade.Alister’s breath caught in his throat, and for a moment, he couldn’t find the words to respond. Then, with